Stamus Networks Company Research Report

Company Overview

• Name: Stamus Networks

• Mission: Stamus Networks believes in a world where defenders are heroes, and a future where those they protect remain safe. As organizations face threats from well-funded adversaries, the company relentlessly pursues solutions that make the defender’s job easier and more impactful.

• Founded: 2009

• Founders: Co-founders are active contributors to the Suricata project and part of the Open Information Security Foundation (OISF) board and executive team.

• Key People:

• Éric Leblond (Chief Technology Officer)

• Peter Manev (Chief Strategy Officer)

• Headquarters: Indianapolis, USA and Paris, France

• Number of Employees: No information is available

• Revenue: No information is available

• Known For: Global leader in Suricata-based network security solutions, providing high-performance network-based threat detection and response systems.

Products

Stamus Security Platform (SSP)

• Description: The most advanced Suricata-based network detection and response (NDR) solution.

• Key Features:

• Combines machine learning, signature, IoC matching, and algorithmic threat detection with threat hunting.

• Provides greater visibility into threats and activities using multiple detection technologies and guided threat hunting.

• Offers transparent detections with detailed evidence for quick response.

• Open and extensible for integration with third-party threat intel and security tech stacks.

• Scalable solutions for enterprise-scale operations, including optional air-gapped deployment.

SELKS

• Description: A free, open-source, turnkey Suricata-based IDS/NSM and threat hunting system.

• Key Features:

• Incorporates Suricata IDS/IPS/NSM for network intrusion detection and protection.

• Distributed as live or installable Debian-based ISO or via Docker compose.

• Designed for small-to-medium sized organizations as a production-grade network security solution.

• Deployed with Jupyter playbooks and visualization tools like Kibana for enhanced data analysis.

Recent Developments

• New Products and Features:

• SSL 10 Released: Latest version of SELKS offering various new capabilities.

• Custom Report Generator: Implemented in Stamus Security Platform for enhanced reporting capabilities.

• Attack Surface Inventory: New feature spotlight within the Stamus Security Platform.

• Update 40 (U40): Latest release includes new threat hunting and incident investigation features.

• Major Partnerships:

• Partnering with organizations like Hunt & Hackett for Managed Detection and Response (MDR) solutions.

• Engaged with several resellers and distributors including Airbus Cybersecurity and Kudelski Security for expanded reach.

• Community Engagement and Recognition:

• Stamus Networks co-founders Éric Leblond and Peter Manev actively participate in security events such as Hack.lu to showcase Suricata capabilities.

Additional Insights

• Technological Contributions:

• Notable contributors to the Suricata project and authors of "The Security Analyst’s Guide to Suricata".

• Developed open source tools like Suricata Language Server™, Splunk App, and SEPTun™ for the Suricata community.

Stamus Networks remains dedicated to advancing network security with solutions that empower defenders to act efficiently against significant cyber threats. Their efforts continue to receive recognition and adoption across various sectors globally.